2016 Lincoln MKX

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Rating8.0

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Midsize SUV
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$38,260 - $55,970
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Comfortable and silent cabin.

Compromised rearward visibility.

Fully redesigned for 2016.

Excellent ride quality.

Unintuitive infotainment interface.

Powerful optional V6 engine.

Not as luxurious as rivals.

Specs & Features

$38,260

price

303 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

278 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.7L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize SUV, the 2016 Lincoln MKX goes up against other notable names in the class, like the Lexus RX 350, the BMW X5, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE Class SUV. Spread across 4 trims, the Lincoln MKX starts off at a base price of MSRP $38,260 and carries on to $55,970. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there are 2 powertrains on offer. 

The standard engine is a 3.7L V6 rated for 303 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the Lincoln MKX gives you a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. An optional 2.7L Turbocharged V6 engine is also offered, with an output of 335 horsepower. A 6-Speed Automatic transmission is offered alongside both engines.

Buying Advice

The 2016 Lincoln MKX is available in various well-loaded trim options for the 2016 model year. Among them, we recommend the mid-level Select trim that offers a superb set of features for the money paid. 

Trims

    Premiere
    $38,260 onwards
    • 18-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • 3 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Leatherette seats
    • Parking assist
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    Select
    $41,550 onwards
    • Engine: 3.7L 6cyl AWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 303 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 278 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    Reserve
    $45,315 onwards
    • 20-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • Navigation system
    Black Label
    $53,475 onwards
    • Engine: 3.7L 6cyl AWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 303 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 278 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg

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Price

$38,260- $55,970

Engine

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Rating

7.95

Horsepower

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Torque

380 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

7.49

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265 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

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Gasoline

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255 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

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Gasoline

8.23

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332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

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Gasoline

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332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

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2016 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.3 sec14.9 sec-
    5.7 sec--
    5.9 sec14.8 sec143 mph
    5.9 sec13.3 sec170 mph
    6.2 sec14.7 sec113 mph
    2016 BMW X6

    Ranked #3

    6.2 sec14.8 sec124 mph

    2016 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg26 mpg20 mpg18 gal.306/468 mi.
      22 mpg26 mpg24 mpg18.8 gal.413.6/488.8 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.2 gal.384/537.6 mi.
      21 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.409.5/526.5 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/481 mi.
      18 mpg26 mpg22 mpg19.5 gal.304/448 mi.

      2016 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        190 in.76.1 in.66.2 in.7.8 in.112.2 in.
        198.3 in.78.9 in.70 in.7.8 in.112.8 in.
        196.4 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        194.8 in.79.1 in.69.9 in.9.3 in.117.5 in.
        193.6 in.77.2 in.67.6 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        192.5 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.8.2 in.109.8 in.

        2016 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          37.2 cu.ft.108.3 cu.ft.97.1 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          41.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
          21 cu.ft.151.7 cu.ft.81.7 cu.ft.
          15.8 cu.ft.149.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.
          45.2 cu.ft.-75.1 cu.ft.

          2016 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            97.1 cu.ft.37.2 cu.ft.97.1 cu.ft.-
            69 cu.ft.27.7 cu.ft.69 cu.ft.-
            2016 BMW X6

            Ranked #3

            15.6 cu.ft.26.6 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.91 ft.
            93.2 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            64.7 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.64.7 cu.ft.-
            2016 BMW X5

            Ranked #6

            63.4 cu.ft.35.8 cu.ft.63.4 cu.ft.-

            2016 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2000 lbs.1206 lbs.4168 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1953 lbs.4727 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1862 lbs.4488 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1477 lbs.5820 lbs.
              6615 lbs.1631 lbs.4652 lbs.
              6500 lbs.1315 lbs.5130 lbs.

              2016 Lincoln MKX SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              7

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              121

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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